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Advance brings 'hyperbolic metamaterials' closer to reality

Researchers have taken a step toward practical applications for "hyperbolic metamaterials," ultra-thin crystalline films that could bring optical advances including powerful microscopes, quantum computers and high-performance solar cells.
New developments are reminiscent of advances that ushered in silicon chip technology, said Alexandra Boltasseva, a Purdue Univ. associate professor of electrical and computer engineering.Read more about Advance brings "hyperbolic metamaterials" closer to realityComments